ReadMetric
Automatically calculates and displays estimated reading time for posts, pages, and custom post types.
Use with caution
ReadMetric works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where ReadMetric stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| content | >100 |
| estimated reading time | #62 |
| read metric | >100 |
| read time | >100 |
| reading time | >100 |
About ReadMetric
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
ReadMetric calculates how long a post takes to read based on word count (and, optionally, images) and displays it wherever you need it: automatically before or after the content/title, via a Gutenberg block, a shortcode, or a PHP function.
Features
- Automatic reading time calculation (configurable words-per-minute, 100–400)
- Choose where it appears: before/after content, before/after title, or manual only
- Optional icon (clock, book, stopwatch), custom prefix/suffix text
- Optional per-image reading time addition
- Optional estimated “finish by” clock time
- Optional scroll-based reading progress bar
- Optional schema.org
timeRequiredmarkup (off by default to avoid clashing with SEO plugins) - Gutenberg block with icon/prefix/suffix controls and native alignment/color/typography support
[readmetric]shortcode andreadmetric_get_time()/readmetric_display()PHP functions- REST API endpoint:
/wp-json/readmetric/v1/post/{id} - Per-post “disable reading time” option
- Optional admin list-table column
- Reading time is cached in post meta and recalculated only when content or settings change
- Tools: clear cache, recalculate all posts, export/import settings
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/. - Activate the plugin through the “Plugins” menu in WordPress.
- Go to Settings → ReadMetric to configure it.
Frequently asked questions
How do I show the reading time manually?
Use the [readmetric] shortcode, or call readmetric_display() in a template.
Does this work with custom post types?
Yes — enable any public post type under Settings → ReadMetric → General.
Will this duplicate my SEO plugin’s schema markup?
No, schema output is off by default. Enable it only if you don’t already have Article/WebPage schema from another plugin.
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FAQ
ReadMetric: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 12, 2026
Is ReadMetric free?
Yes. ReadMetric is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is ReadMetric safe to use in 2026?
ReadMetric works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.
How many websites use ReadMetric?
ReadMetric is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 126 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 78 times in the last 30 days.
Does ReadMetric work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested ReadMetric up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.8 or newer.
What PHP version does ReadMetric need?
ReadMetric requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was ReadMetric last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on September 7, 2026 (1 month ago).
Who makes ReadMetric?
ReadMetric is developed and maintained by Italiya Harshil.
What are the best alternatives to ReadMetric?
The most popular alternatives to ReadMetric are One Click Demo Import (1M+ installs), Advanced Excerpt (80K+ installs) and Rara One Click Demo Import (20K+ installs).
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